Sermons on Effective Ministry:

A Planned Ministry Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 4, 2013

From our passage we see that Paul had a vision & a plan for ministry. We can also gain insight into the God's providence outworking in the life & work of Paul.

ROMANS 15: 22-29 A PLANNED MINISTRY [Acts 27-28] Paul continues here to open his heart to the Romans in reference to the future of his ministry. He had just declared something of his heart for ministry stating that "It has always been my ambition to preach the gospel where Christ was not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:22-29

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry To The Prostitutes

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 24, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Who would like to be a prostitute? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General with ministry involvement. III. OBJECTIVES: To show that all especially prostitutes need GOD. IV. TEXT: Matthew 21:31 “Which of the two obeyed his father?

I. EXORDIUM: Who would like to be a prostitute? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General with ministry involvement. III. OBJECTIVES: To show that all especially prostitutes need GOD. IV. TEXT: Matthew 21:31 “Which of the two obeyed his father?” They replied, “The first.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:31

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Ministry

Contributed by Roger Thomas on May 26, 2004

The first message at the beginning of a new ministry provides an opportunity to explain one’s approach to ministry and preaching.

My Ministry: First Sermon of a New Ministry Colossians 1:28-29 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO My name is Roger Thomas and I am your new preacher. I am proud to be part of you, to live and work with you. I hope in time that you will able to say that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ministry Of Thornes

Contributed by Scott Carroll on Mar 8, 2008

WHEN GOD ALLOWS OR CAUSES US TO GO THROUGH PAINFUL THINGS THAT ACTUALLY BENEFIT US MORE IN THE LONG RUN THAN THE GOOD THINGS.

THE MINISTRY OF THORNS VS. THE MINISTRY OF THRONES *** The Gospel and the gift of God are structured so wonderfully that the very enemies and forces that are marshaled to fight against us actually help pave our way to success. *** Those forces can be used the same way an eagle uses the fierce ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ministry Matters

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 9, 2007

God has called every believer to ministry.

Philippians 2:5-8 Ministry Matters Woodlawn Baptist Church October 7, 2007 Brother Kevin never looked so good in his skivvies! That’s what Justin told the group of guys we were with a few years ago. I’ve mentioned canoeing the Pecos River before. You may remember Michael and Tyler and I going a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Authentic Ministry Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 22, 2007

Who are you serving in your mionistry whatever it is? It needs to be God alone if it’s to be authentic ministry

I wonder whether you’ve given any thought during the week to what we saw last week as we looked at Malachi 1. It was quite challenging wasn’t it? Were you conscious, as you exercised your various ministries for God this week, of the things that motivated you? Were you conscious of the need to focus ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:1-9

Denomination: Anglican

Ministry Helps

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Oct 24, 2007

Here are some ministry helps based off the Word of God for those who are in the mist of a trial.

Ministry Helps Adversity Joshua 1:9-10, “Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.” Psalm 147: 3, “He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.” Special ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gifted For Ministry

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 10, 2007

We are a gifted church, with diversely gifted members, and we need to turn that into creative expressions of love for our community.

I don’t get to watch the Miss America pageant any more. Used to be, every September I would hunker down in front of a TV set and prepare to ogle. Gorgeous gals, we called them, in those Neanderthal days, before our language had to become politically correct. Beauty contest, we called it, before ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Ministry For All

Contributed by Matthew Stidham on Jan 23, 2008

Many Christians struggle with the idea that they aren’t talented, or aren’t capable of serving the Lord through ministry. Here I try to show that every does have a place and a way to serve in the kingdom of God.

A Ministry for All Sunday June 10, 2007 AM Rudy Meoli was an average baseball player at best. With a measly career batting average of just over .200, Rudy was definitely not known for his ability at the plate, and with 27 fielding errors during the 1973 season, he certainly was not someone you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sustaining The Ministry Series

Contributed by Ray Mckendry on Feb 4, 2008

Introduction to the central truths of the gospel of Christ in order to maintain the ministry of the word of God among everyday believers.

Sustaining the Ministry: Introduction to the Book of ROMANS Rom 1:1 “Paul, a bondservant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated to the gospel of God 2 which He promised before through His prophets in the Holy Scriptures, 3 concerning His Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who was born of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of Confrontation Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 28, 2009

The Jerusalem Council had convened & doctrinal clarity had been established, but that did not mean the issue of how a person is saved was over. Is salvation only through Christ or by Christ & the law? Knowing the right answer & acting on or practicing

GALATIANS 2:11-16 THE MINISTRY OF CONFRONTATION [Acts 10] The Jerusalem Council had convened and doctrinal clarity had been established, but that did not mean the issue of how a person is saved was over. Is salvation only through Christ or by Christ and the law? Knowing the right answer and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry Is A Stretch! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 3, 2009

Serving is about what is, not what should be. It involves giving and receiving, blooming where you are planted, and seeing both the individual trees and the forest. Ministry is a stretch!

Ministry is A Stretch! (Jeremiah 37-45) 1. Life has a way of socking us between the eyes. I remember my teen and young adult years and the feelings of broken relationships, disappointment, uncertainty about future direction, and all the stresses of that stage of life. 2. As I aged, I found out ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Reminder For Ministry

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 15, 2009

So often we have to remind ourselves of what our calling in Christ is... we have to be reminded that we are ALL called to minister...

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: November 2003 Date Preached: November 26, 2003 Church: OZHBC (Wed night) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Title: A Reminder for Ministry Text: Colossians 4:17 Introduction: When the Apostle Paul wrote a letter he would also include some miscellaneous items that were ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of Thorns

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

Thorns create a dependence on God

2 Corinthians 12:7-10 -- “And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure.” or this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Ministry Of Refreshment

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

Onesiphorus did a great service to the church by serving Paul.

2 Timothy 1:16-18 KJV The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my chain: [17] But, when he was in Rome, he sought me out very diligently, and found me. [18] The Lord grant unto him that he may find mercy of the Lord in that day: and in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal